When did Martin fireplaces go out of business?

In 2003, Martin Industries went out of business, which is why you’re so irritated. Really, it’s a sad tale. Founded in 1905, Martin Industries has a long history. And, according to referenceforbusiness.com, sales peaked at over $90 million per year for the company.

Who bought Martin fireplace?

Monesson Hearth Systems Co. of Paris, Kentucky, purchased Martin Industries Inc., a bankrupt company, on Wednesday for about $3.7 million.

Who owns Martin?

An Alabama company that had been operating in either Sheffield or Florence since 1905 has been purchased by Monessen Hearth Systems Co. for $3.7 million.

How do you start a Martin gas fireplace?

Getting your pilot up and runningTurn the knob to the desired position (this releases the gas to the pilot area only). Push the piezo ignitor in until the pilot light comes on, then turn the control knob to the on position (every 3-5 seconds). Keep the knob pushed in for 60 seconds after the pilot flame is lit*. If the pilot light remains on after you release the knob, you’re good to go (If not, go back to step 3 and repeat).

Where are Monessen gas logs made?

Monessen has expanded its Paris Kentucky manufacturing facility by 150,000 square feet to provide this wide range of products, bringing the total warehousing and manufacturing space to 280,000 square feet. More than 150,000 fireplaces and log sets will be produced each year by Monessen.